trail closed due to rattlesnakes
 
"One of the unique hazards of recreating in the desert is encountering a rattlesnake. Although they are generally harmless, they are poisonous and will strike if antagonized." (From http://www.bpfresco.com/?p=173, where a video has been posted)
 
... and no snakes this time.

My dilemma: to go or not to go?

Trail at the San Pasqual Battlefield - San Diego County - California - May 2010

 
I have decided to go. But firstly, I have wide opened my eyes and crossed my fingers.

Yes, go!

 
Nature painting. I love to see the different colors and formats. Each plant seems to be saying: "I am here!"
 
Beautiful, but dangerous, as they increase the risks of a wildfire.

no rain...

 
Nature's touches - organized disorganization. For contemplation, and not to be touched.
 
... no rattlesnakes yet.

Good...

 
The flowers show already the passage of time.

... but they are still beautiful.

... aren't they?

 
...white...
 
...pink...
 
... or yellow? I know Solange's answer. (Solange, thanks so much for your wonderful Tabblos from Minas Gerais!)
 
... geometry hard to replicate...
 
... only if I shoot at another one.
 
... almost the end of the trail...